The defence mechanisms used to cope with this extreme situation are quite strong, considering the events of the story. ... The boys on the island are under extreme pressure to conform; especially given the isolated situation they are in. ... A lot of this was somewhat forced, with the threats of violence and being outcasts. ... The environment just allowed the violence, which was already there to emerge. ... We have laws and rules and general negative views on violence, which punish those who commit violent acts. ...

• Word Count: 1880
• Approx Pages: 8
• Grade Level: High School

As time progresses, the boys decline more and more into a life of savagery and violence. ... Jack leads the group, further pushing them toward a life of violence and savagery. ... The savagery and violence of the other boys has grown to such an extreme, that they run around like deranged madmen, killing everything that they see, just for sport. ...

• Word Count: 1683
• Approx Pages: 7
• Grade Level: High School